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R562 RDP

1998 Buell M2

Black Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,171 mi
Last recorded26,171 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Buell M216,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR562 RDP
MakeBuell
ModelM2
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2025 26,171 miles

Offside Front Chain guard missing Front drive belt cover is missing ()

Pass 5 Apr 2024 25,882 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 25,408 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 24,021 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 24,007 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 23,979 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 23,657 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 23,636 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 23,413 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,991 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 22,622 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 22,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 22,024 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jun 2008 21,626 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 21,052 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 20,481 miles

How Reliable is the Buell M2?

Based on 4,056 MOT tests across 402 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
472
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
402
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
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R562 RDP is a 1998 Buell M2 in Black with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1998 Buell M2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 16,960 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Buell M2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R562 RDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buell M2 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Buell M2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R562 RDP registered?

R562 RDP is a 1998 Buell M2, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R562 RDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R562 RDP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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